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The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux An inclusive Catholic faith community in West Warwick

BY JENNIFER COATES

In a world that, at times, seems adrift and full of confusing messages, finding a faith community of fellow believers is more important than ever. For those whose beliefs are grounded in the Catholic faith but who have felt increasingly unwelcome in the traditional church, finding such a faith community takes on extra urgency.

This is what is bringing congregants from around the state to The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux in West Warwick.

The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux is a Catholic Community that functions outside the jurisdiction of Rome. This embracing community is guided by this mission: To make our faith experience relevant by being an inclusive, ministrycentered community that makes the living Jesus 0present or more!in our world in a New customers only. radical way.

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The mission of “Saint T’s” (as it is affectionately known) is simply stated: “To welcome ALL; To be the Body of Christ; To be growing disciples who are growing disciples.”

What does it look like to be a “growing disciple”? It looks like someone who lives what they preach and who follows in the path of Jesus Christ, serving, loving, accepting, and welcoming.

Those who attend Saint “T’s” will feel welcome there. They see families of all shapes & sizes, they see women in the clergy, they see divorcees participating in all the rituals and blessings their married and single friends enjoy, they hear contemporary music, they see those who extend kindness and love to them.

The church is a haven for those whose abiding faith in the teachings of Jesus Christ have not always been in alignment with the

Meet Father “Chuck” Vohs of The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux in West Warwick. Come join this close-knit and inclusive Catholic community every Sunday. To learn more, visit them at www.go1500.org.

A quick peruse of the chapel’s website best sums up the church’s overarching philosophy: “The Chapel of St. Therese of Lisieux welcomes all individuals seeking God’s love; we keep our doors open to every soul seeking to welcome Jesus into their hearts. We invite you to open your heart and allow His grace to

expectations of the church of their childhoods, leaving them feeling estranged, conflicted, and often unwanted. Father Chuck Vohs, the congregation’s Priest, would say to those who feel left outside the circle ~ come, you are a Child of God and you are welcome here. Come to be replenished, edified, supported, and uplifted.

penetrate your soul.

Our church stands as a beacon of hope in West Warwick. We are a place of acceptance, peace, and joy to all who are moved to join us. Our church family is richly diverse, with people of different ages and backgrounds coming together to worship and serve together.” For more details, check the church

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Please come to “Saint T’s”, located at 1500 Main Street in West Warwick.

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ith the exception of one year and a gap during COVID, the Las Vegas Antique Arms Show falls in late January. For me, it’s the first show after the holidays and a chance to be in warmer weather for a few days - although some years it has been pretty cold in Vegas! But weather aside, it’s always a good opportunity to talk with old friends and meet folks who frequent our auctions. It’s also an opportunity to see some very cool things on the show tables. My friends know I am not a fan of Las Vegas itself, and I rarely leave the Westgate hotel where the show is held. But that’s not a bad thing as I can sit and talk with people who I don’t get to see very often without the distraction of everything else going on in Vegas. Not my favorite city for sure!

While some shows are getting a lot smaller, this one still seems to have a fairly large group of dealers and customers who come from all over the country to shop. There is a huge room with every type of antique arm, another large room next to it with shotguns and sporting arms, Japanese swords, and gun engravers. There is also another large hall filled with westernthemed material. I seldom get into the second or third room to look around as there is so much to see in the antique arms hall.

This year was no different; I was so busy I didn’t get a chance to wander very much.

There are also some pretty fantastic displays set up where you can see lots of things you normally would not. Rare arms, sometimes with vintage ammunition, in the original box and packaging. Some of them are in spectacular condition with amazing finishes. It’s not just firearms either; swords or pretty much anything arms related are displayed. There are a group of judges who wander the show for a few days and get together to vote on what they feel was the best presentations based upon certain criteria.

In a time when shows seem to be withering a bit, this one still seems to bring in the crowds. If you’re looking for something to do next January and you like Las Vegas, you should check it out!

If you’d like to attend something sooner, or prefer not to travel so far, check out the upcoming show in Maryland. The Baltimore Antique Arms Show the weekend of March 16-17, and I will be there representing Bruneau and Co. If you’re on the east coast and want to go to a good show, this is the one!

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Messages From a Friend

I want to tell you about my friend, Donna. She passed away recently, and although not totally unexpected - she was diagnosed with metastatic colon cancer a little less than a year ago, it still feels shocking.

I met Donna in June, 2002. We had both been hired as tour guides at Rough Point, Doris Duke’s summer home on Bellevue Avenue in Newport.

For Donna, it was her full-time job. For me, it was my fun summer job. We weren’t volunteer docents, we’ve always been paid employees and it eventually morphed into my fun retirement job. Donna had previously worked as a tour guide at Hammersmith Farm until it closed as a museum, so she was experienced. For me, it was overwhelming at first.

Remembering everything? Giving tours to groups of 15-20 people, all eyes on me? The very thought made my kneecaps quiver under the long summer skirts and dresses which are my summer wardrobe staple when working at Rough Point.

But Donna said, “Give yourself permission to not know everything at first. And if you forget something it’s okay.”

And sure enough, I did sometimes forget things. But Donna gave me permission to not fret over perfection.

In February, 2003, our collection of Rough Point tour guides was invited to New Jersey by the Doris Duke Foundation to visit the greenhouses at Duke Farms and to meet the folks still working on the property. We spent a fun-filled day with the staff, but as the afternoon wore on snow began to fall. Blizzard conditions were predicted, and we decided that it wasn’t safe to drive home.

The Duke Farms staff handed us the keys to the house, the 60,000 square foot house with fifty rooms, built in 1893, and told us we could stay overnight alone, the nine of us.

We had instructions to not cook or leave any trash, but beyond that we had free rein.

Oh, and to just remember to lock up when we left the next morning and to leave the keys in the mailbox!

The house was completely furnished, many of the items bearing tags from Christie’s, the British auction house. There were sheets on the beds, soap in the soap dishes - it looked like Doris had simply left, but knew we were coming and wanted us to be comfortable.

We each picked a bedroom. I had the Green Room, Donna chose the Yellow Room. It felt like we were in a life-sized game of Clue and I almost expected to see Mrs. Peacock or Professor Plum to appear around a corner.

We got into our pajamas and explored the whole mansion. It was quite ghostly and eerie. Donna read Tarot cards for us that night - huddled cozily together in a mansion surrounded by 2,700 acres of woods, wind howling, in the middle of a raging blizzard. It was an experi-

ence to remember and we talked about it for years, telling new guides about our “field trip” and often sharing the story with visitors on our tours.

Donna and I became fast friends after that adventure. We had much in common and got to know each other’s pasts, joys, and heartaches as good friends do and we made many more memories together through the years.

One evening we drove to the beach and sat in the car watching the ocean. Lost in conversation, we didn’t notice the parking lot gates closing and locking behind us. We had to walk to Donna’s house in the dark, which was several miles away laughing the whole way, and I had to sleep on her couch. In the morning when the beach opened again, we trekked back to retrieve the car. This amused us for years afterwards and when June rolled around again, we’d say, “Remember when…..” and laugh all over again.

Donna and I saw each other every season, April - November, and eventually started getting together during the winter months too. One year we spent a weekend with another of our tour guide friends, Kate. The three of us drove to Stockbridge, MA to visit the Norman Rockwell Museum. Another time we went to Concord, MA and spent the weekend exploring its history and walking the trails.

When our tour guiding season started each year, we’d plan to share dinner together in Newport at the end of our workday, once each week. Donna and Kate both lived in Newport so sometimes we’d start out at either Donna’s or Kate’s and share a glass of wine first. Sometimes we’d eat by the water while watching the sailboats and yachts, or up on a rooftop - dining while the lights began to glow in the city below. Sometimes we’d order take-out instead and have dinner together on Donna’s front porch. It was peaceful spot where Donna had strung tiny white fairy lights surrounding us like miniature stars.

We talked, laughed, and shared as good friends do. Often we’d end the evening by taking a ride down Ocean Drive to watch the sunset in its blazing glory and witness the moon solemnly take its place, and we’d see who was the first to see a star appear.

Donna was into astrology and angels and all things spiritual and we had many discussions on these topics. I’ve experienced many signs and synchronicities that cemented my belief that we’re surrounded by angels and spirit guides and that there is mystery and creative order in this universe. And I believe that we are immortal souls having a human experience and that there is life after death.

Donna and I shared these beliefs and Donna could actually see spirits and angel lights, etc. I used to lament regularly to her, “Why can’t I see any of this??”

She’d give me an exasperated look and remind me once again, “That’s MY gift - you have OTHER gifts - so stop with the complaining!” ❚ DONNA - CONTINUED NEXT PAGE

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Through the years we laughed together rehashing our many memories - things that happened both during our Rough Point workdays, and our fun times out of work, too.

Eventually we were the “senior guides” having gained the status of “having been there the longest” and we had many stories to tell.

I had talked to Donna by phone this past December and she told me she was doing well, and was about to resume treatment for her cancer after taking a break to visit her brother in Florida. She sounded weak to me, short of breath, and wasn’t able to hold much of a conversation. But she assured me she was just tired from traveling and she’d be in touch.

A few weeks later I received a text from our friend, Kate. Kate had moved to Connecticut in 2022, and hadn’t been in touch with Donna recently. But Kate told me she had reached for a book on her bookshelf that day, and out of the book fell an article I had written in 2022 called “Porch Lights”. It was about the post-workday dinners the three of us shared on Donna’s porch and I had given Donna and Kate each a copy at the time. Kate took a picture of the title along with the first few paragraphs, which mentioned Donna’s name a number of times, and texted it to me. Kate said that this article about the three of us practically “fell” into her lap, and so she felt compelled to contact me and wanted to know how I was doing and if I’d heard from Donna lately.

This, in turn, compelled me to text Donna. Donna’s daughter responded immediately, telling me that Donna’s health had taken a sudden sharp decline within the past two days, and that she had passed away.

I quickly called Kate, who was as shocked as I was, even though we knew she was sick.

I think what bothered both of us so much was knowing that Donna had never wanted to have a colonoscopy, and so had never had one.This was Donna’s choice and we knew we had to accept it, but Kate and I couldn’t help talking through our sadness about the “what ifs”. If Donna hadn’t refused regular screenings, which might have detected early pre-cancer, could she have avoided getting metastatic colon cancer? By the time hers was discovered it had already spread to her liver. Donna would probably tell us that it was simply her time.

A week or so later I was looking through some of my papers and found an astrology reading Donna had done for me back in 2021. It was very informal, quite spur-of-themoment. My birthday was coming up and Donna had offered to check on my future.

She had written it out on a piece of notebook paper, things like “Mercury will be in retrograde” and certain dates to pay attention to. In the middle of these notes there was one date standing alone, January 10.

January 10 was just stuck in the middle of the page, with empty space all around it, almost as if it was a random afterthought, and of course, it was in Donna’s handwriting, as the whole page was. Then her notes continued on with advice connected to my reading.

January 10, this year, is the day that Donna died. Is it possible that three years earlier she somehow knew from somewhere deep in her soul, when her time would come? Maybe it truly was simply her time.

I was in Florida a few weeks ago and came across a wild animal rescue organization holding an informational booth in a nearby park. There was a Great Horned Owl sitting on a perch. While listening to the man telling us about the owl, a white owl feather gently drifted down in front of me and landed at my feet. I picked it up and immediately thought of Donna.

Great Horned Owls are associated with trusting that we are connected to “Source”, however one chooses to interpret that, even when physical proof isn’t there. They symbolize intuition, wisdom, and signal a time of great change and transition, as well as being messengers from the spirit world.

I could almost see Donna smiling as I tucked that owl feather away for safekeeping. We both believed that there is magic in finding feathers.

I will miss you, my friend, but I know that you are safely on your journey, having made the great change and transition. You will always be in my thoughts and in my heart of hearts. I will always be grateful for your friendship, and whenever a feather falls across my path, I’ll know it’s you….remembering me, too.

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Take My Technology Please! Chapter II MY SIDE OF THINGS

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As my loyal readers (ten of them-all family members will testify), I am mystified by the machinations of I-clouds, WiFi, and other manners of modern communications. As I testified in my first “Take My Technology-Please” column a couple of years ago, I am baffled by the mysteries of computer-generated conundrums.

I believe that progress stopped in 1992 and my most recent foray into the Internet, cellphone, and fiberoptic arenas have done nothing to dispel my suspicions.

We moved down to spend the winter in Ft. Lauderdale winter this January. Not wanting to tackle the logistics of streaming or antennae installations, or go to the local coffee shop for internet, I made a default decision to install cable television and internet service at the condo. While I realize that streaming is inevitably in my future, I shudder to think about using several remote controls to tune into TV programming. I’m also launching a personal protest against having to pay for certain sporting events, like the recent Miami Dolphins vs. Kansas City Chiefs NFL playoff game!

Just before I left home, my cellphone started acting up. The Google connections kept failing, so I figured it was time to upgrade the equipment and service. My wife wanted to buy a new I-Phone to track her health regimen, so we went to the local fiberoptic provider. She bought her phone and I purchased an updated version of my phone. I thought my telecommunications tribulations were over. I was wrong.

While the programming and apps kicked in after the required “waiting period,” I discovered that I could not access my e-mail. After running through the required User ID and password protocols, I was remanded to cloud hell when my password was not accepted (several my times). Schlepping back to the store I was told that a super-secret code had been sent to my old phone to reset my password. (I think we are all afflicted with password fatigue). Anyway, the problem was that I had already traded my old phone in for the newer model and the old one had already been “de-programmed”! A very patient customer service representative (this time it was actually true) helped me solve the

issue and my e-mail works now. Given the frustration associated with this venture, I may never change or “update” the phone again.

Next up across the parking lot was the TV and service provider. I signed up for cable TV and Internet and paid the installation fee. (I’m not good at “self-install’).

My wife was home when the installer came, so I was not there to supervise the process. When I returned home, I noticed that the television service was working, but I didn’t see a router for the Internet. I reasoned that there was a new technology that did not require a router. I was wrong again. The Internet was not operational.

So, I trudged back to the provider’s office to rectify the situation.

As I watched the technician tackle multiple connections, I congratulated myself on arranging for the installation. The numerous connections, band splitters, and wires to synchronize, would only have frustrated me. Of course, there was another User ID and password gauntlet to run so my laptop e-mail would be available.

I succeeded in getting the e-mail function to work, but I don’t know how I did it!

Being away from home for the winter, I suspended my cable TV and Internet service until I return. I’m not looking forward to the inevitable day when I must converse with the pre-recorded robot to get the services up and running again.

CORRECTION: In last month’s column, “You Want Answers? Are You a True Rhode Islander?” a reader pointed out that one of the answers in Question Four was incorrect. City Hall Hardware was located on Washington Street in Providence, not Westminster Street.

Larry Grimaldi is a freelance writer from North Providence. Many of his previous PrimeTime columns have been re-issued in the anthology, “50 Shades of Life, Love, and Laughter.” Columns published in this book are used with the permission of Beacon Communications. For more information about “50 Shades of Life, Love, and Laughter;” or any of his other books, e-mail lvgrimaldi49@gmail.com

AARP’s mission is to empower people to choose how they live as they age. That is AARP Rhode Island’s guiding principle as we call on the 2024 Rhode Island General Assembly to pass legislation that would strengthen financial security for all.

Here are the issues AARP Rhode Island is advocating for in 2024.

All Rhode Islanders need access to a retirement savings vehicle. The General Assembly must pass the Secure Choice program, which would provide an optional, voluntary Roth-IRA plan to the 172,000 Rhode Island employees who do not have access to a plan through their employer. We are pleased that Governor McKee called for its passage during his January 16 State of the State Address.

Secure Choice has been enacted in 18 states to date. In Connecticut, the program led to over 21,0000 workers saving over $11 million dollars in the first year of operation. These savings would not have been realized without Secure Choice. We urge legislators to pass Secure Choice.

Rhode Island is one of only 11 states that tax hard-earned Social Security benefits. Our state tax on Social Security undermines the purpose of Social Security, which was designed to lift older adults out of poverty – not to fund state government. Whether it is raising the income thresholds under existing law or a complete exemption of Social Security benefits from taxation, AARP supports all efforts to keep more hard-earned money in the pockets of older Rhode Islanders.

AARP wants lawmakers to help older adults live safely and independently in their communities. Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADUs, have potential to improve the lives of older adults, family caregivers, and people of all ages. An ADU is a small residence that shares a single-family lot with a larger, primary dwelling. It is an independent living space with its own kitchen or kitchenette, bathroom and sleeping area. AARP Rhode Island’s 2023Vital Voices survey showed that 79% of Rhode Islanders support town ordinances that would make it easier for property owners to create an ADU. Consumer fraud is soaring. This legislative session AARP Rhode Island will work with the Rhode Island Attorney General’s office on a bill that will require owners of cryptocurrency ATMs to post warnings about the risk of scams. Over 100 cryptocurrency ATMs are located in convenience stores, laundromats, and liquor stores across the state. Unregulated, they are utilized as a payment method in a variety of scams.

We also encourage lawmakers to explore ways to provide property tax relief that is equitable, cost-effective, and targeted to homeowners with low and moderate incomes. Ways to achieve this may include homestead exemptions, property tax deferral programs, and circuit breaker tax program enhancements.

AARP calls on legislators to support family caregivers by expanding Rhode Island’s Temporary Caregivers Insurance program so that it offers 12 weeks per year and expands the definition of whom one can care for to include siblings and grandparents.

Finally, AARP urges legislators to ensure prescription drug prices are reasonable, justified, and support improved consumer access and affordability. Rhode Islanders should not be paying 3 times more for the same drug and dosage as residents of other countries. We need to implement state-level policies that will ensure that Rhode Islanders are not having to choose between purchasing their medications, eating healthy, or paying utilities.

Our work is cut out for us. Rest assured that AARP Rhode Island and our State Advocacy Volunteers will be hard at work, fighting for what’s right for older Rhode Islanders. You can join this fight by becoming a member of our Advocacy Volunteer Team. Learn more www. aarp.org/RIVolunteers.

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Pedicure Guidelines For Seniors RETIREMENT SPARKS

by ELAINE M. DECKER

PEDICURE STEPS TIME TAKEN Stretching to reach toes Taking inventory of toes Clipping nails Filing rough edges Getting up when done Treating any injuries Sanding and buffing

As we get older, it becomes more and more difficult to do our own pedicures. I’ve put together some guidelines especially for seniors. I’m also including some information to help you allocate time for the job.

The first thing you’ll want to do is to collect all the tools you’ll need for your pedicure.

You don’t want to have to stop part way into the process to search for something essential. If you’re a senior, here’s what you should gather up.

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3.5 or 4.0 magnifier reading glasses Nail clipper for arthritic hands Nail file or emery board Cotton balls Peroxide or antibiotic salve Extra-wide foot rasp or number 60 or 80-grit sand paper Miracle skin softener lotion

Once you have all of these items collected, you’re ready to attack your feet.

The Basic Procedure Getting started on your pedicure is one of the most difficult parts of the process for a senior. You’ll probably want to sit down for this. Stretching to reach your feet may well be the most time-consuming step in the job. Once you can reach them, take inventory of your toes to be sure you can locate all ten.

If you happen to be one of the folks who have a hammer toe, be sure to include that odd little sucker in your count. I dated someone with a hammer toe in college, and it was strange to look at. His was the pinky toe and it rested on top of the piggy who didn’t have any roast beef. Stranger still, he wound up marrying a woman who also had a hammer toe. Perhaps even stranger, I know this because I was one of her bridesmaids. You’ll probably need to allow extra time to trim and file a hammer toenail.

Once you’re sure that you’ve located ten toes, you can begin clipping your nails. The special clippers for arthritic hands are a blessing and worth the investment. Focus on the center of each toenail. Don’t clip too close to the sides or you could wind up with ingrown nails down the line. Use the nail file or emery board to finish off the sides of the nail and smooth any rough edges. I usually start with my big toe and work my way down

to the pinky toe. You can do the reverse if you prefer. It doesn’t really matter, as long as you proceed in sequence.

When you’ve finished the basics, it’s time to get back up. Don’t forget that you have two feet to trim, so check them both before you consider the job done! If you’re reasonably fit, it should take less time to get up than it did to stretch to reach your toes. Now it’s time for your post-pedicure clean up and polishing.

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Post-Pedicure Clean up and Polishing If you have any bleeding from your efforts, treat the toe with the peroxide on a cotton ball or dab some antibiotic salve on it. When you’ve completed your basic pedicure and any post-pedicure treatment, you should really buff your heels with the foot rasp or sand paper that you have in your tools. Then cream your feet.

Your feet should now look so beautiful that you’ll want to go out and buy some new sandals. But please don’t take pictures of your feet to post on Facebook or Instagram, especially if you’re planning to do before-and-after shots. Some of you might want to polish your toenails. I never do that. My hands are no longer agile enough for that. I’m also clueless as to what colors are trendy. I’m just happy to have the job in my rearview.

If you want to polish yours go for it! You’ve earned it.

Copyright 2024 Business Theatre Unlimited Elaine M. Decker’s books include Retirement Downsizing—A Humorous Guide, Retirement Sparks, Retirement Sparks Again, Retirement Sparks Redux and CANCER: A Coping Guide. Her essays appear in the anthologies: 80 Things To Do When You Turn 80 and 70 Things To Do When You Turn 70. All are available on Amazon.com. Contact her at: emdecker@ix.netcom.com

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Relocation Stress Syndrome, commonly referred to as ‘transfer trauma,’ is a condition that encompasses a wide range of symptoms that an individual may experience when they are forced to move from their familiar environment to a new one. These symptoms can manifest in several ways, affecting our mood, physical health, and psychological wellbeing. It’s important to note that anyone, regardless of age, can be afflicted with this syndrome; however, it’s especially concerning among older adults, as it can significantly impact their quality of life and lead to premature death. Because of this, we must take the necessary measures to mitigate the effects of Relocation Stress Syndrome, especially among our seniors.

“When it comes to older adults, this is an issue I see regularly when a property must be sold due to tax reasons, the death of a spouse, or a senior is moving into a nursing facility,” said professional fiduciary and certified elder law Attorney RJ Connelly III. “Nothing is more disturbing than seeing a person’s life reduced to cardboard boxes, plastic bags, and a dumpster full of property no one wants anymore. It’s a sad reality that none of us who work with seniors like to witness, but it needs to be done in many cases as there are few options available.”

Change is an inevitable part of life that can be challenging to navigate. Whether it’s a significant life event like a divorce, a move to a new city, or starting a new job, changes can be difficult to adjust to, even when it’s a choice within our control. However, the stress of change, especially when forced, can be particularly overwhelming for seniors.

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Relocation Stress Syndrome It is common for seniors to experience relocation stress syndrome when they move to a new location. This syndrome can manifest itself in numerous ways, and its symptoms may not be immediately apparent. Some seniors may exhibit subtle changes, while others may display more noticeable symptoms such as personality, health, or disposition changes.

“I have had the unfortunate opportunity to participate in various situations like this throughout my personal and professional life,” stated Attorney Connelly. “In many of these interventions, I was tasked with informing seniors of their inability to remain in their homes due to medical or cognitive issues. Witnessing the seniors packing their belongings and leaving the home for the final time was a particularly poignant experience for me. Many were unsure of what to take and left frantically searching for little trinkets that may not seem significant to others but represented wonderful memories to that individual. Although I knew that moving into long-term care was the only viable option, I couldn’t help but feel sorrowful at the sight of seniors leaving their homes for the last time.”

It is vital for family members and those assisting with senior relocations to be aware of the signs of relocation stress syndrome. These signs may include feelings of anger, anxiety, apprehension, confusion, dependency, depression, insecurity, loneliness, and withdrawal. For some seniors, the feelings of confusion and anxiety can lead to an increased risk of falls, self-care deficits, and weight loss. It is essential to monitor seniors for these symptoms and provide appropriate support and care to help them adjust to their new surroundings.

It can also include physiological symptoms, including those that mimic dementia. Even more distressing, some may use alcohol or drugs to cope with their out-of-control emotions, leading to an entirely separate set of problems.

When a Move is Necessary Keeping elders in their homes may seem like the ideal choice, but not always. The pandemic lockdown has shown that living alone can also have negative consequences, such as an increase in depression and substance abuse among this population. So, in cases where a move is necessary, he recommends considering these specific actions that could be helpful:Involve Them in the Process When it comes to finding a long-term care facility for a senior family member, it is recommended to involve them in the search process if possible. This approach gives them a say in their future living arrangements and has resulted in more positive outcomes.

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Make it Familiar To create a comforting and familiar atmosphere in your loved one’s new living space, it’s recommended to incorporate as many personal belongings as possible. This can include old pictures, cherished figurines, and any other items that hold sentimental value.

Seek Support If your loved one is required to move due to sudden and unforeseeable medical trauma or personal loss, it is highly recommended that family members seek the guidance of a social worker or therapist “Leaving behind a home that holds countless memories can be an incredibly emotional experience, even if you have the best planning and support from family and friends,” said Attorney Connelly. “To make the process a little easier, spend quality time with your loved one as they pack their belongings. Take the opportunity to reminisce about the good times and allow yourself to laugh and cry with them.

It’s also important to let your loved one decide who will receive some of their precious mementos and what items they would like to donate to those less fortunate. This can provide a sense of closure, accomplishment, and comfort during a difficult time.”

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Planning Your Funeral I learned something new by watching “The Crown”: Kings and Queens plan their own funerals.

They sit on a special committee to work out all the fine details.

While I don’t need a committee, I am following the advice of Rev. Bill Sterritt and leaving instructions for my Funeral/Memorial Arrangements and Service Details.

Rev. Sterritt of Edgewood Congregational Church has developed a form which can be filled out at any age, updated when you wish, filed with your personal papers, and given to the person who will be handling your affairs.

You are asked to check whether you opt for burial, cremation, or other specific instructions. (My wife and I have donated our bodies to the Brown University School of Medicine. Specific instructions on who to call are needed.)

Instructions for funeral service, wake or committal service are checked.

The form asks the name of the clergy person and church or synagogue and funeral home.

The form asks for personal Memorial Service/Funeral Details.

You may choose scripture passages, special readings, favorite poem or essay, and hymns/songs.

You may wish to add instrumental or recorded songs before, during or after the service.

I have chosen sacred hymns (Finlandia, Just a Closer Walk With Thee) and popular songs (On a clear day).

Suggest whom you would like to serve as ushers.

Many people make up photo boards or more elaborate videos.

There is a line for Memorial Gifts, asking people in lieu of flowers to donate to your favorite charity.

It is the custom at most funerals or memorial services to have a collation/reception at home, the church, or a rented hall.

You may wish to add other items. Many people these days are writing their own obituaries (This was my first assignment in a college writing class), or list items you wish included.

If you would like aa copy of the form Rev. Sterritt provides, you may call the Edgewood church office at 401-461-1344, and he will send you one.

Country Music Through The Years I grew up on country music. Although we lived in New England, we lived in the country.

Woodbridge, Connecticut was the “sticks” back when I was a boy. The small country town was north of New Haven, like Foster’s proximity to Providence.

Woodbridge had no High School back in the fifties, so we were bussed to the big city school, where we were labeled the hicks from the sticks.

We played the part, dressing in dungarees and cowboy books, and listening to country mus.

My love for the genre started with my father who listened to Eddie Arnold records for hours on end.

I followed Hank Williams. Knew the lyrics to every one of his songs, along with names like Ferlin Husky, Ernest Tubb, and Loretta Lynn.

Here I am at age 86 with my car radio programmed for Cat Country and listening to Alan Jackson, George Strait, and Rebba McIntyre.

Country music has changed over the years, influenced by rock and roll, hip hop, and even rap.

I brag about having sung on the stage of the Ryman Theatre, original stage of the Grand Ole Opry, admitting that it was on a tour to Nashville when we visited the site and were encouraged to go on stage and sing a couple of bars.

My children and grandchildren haven’t inherited by love for the genre. They did not care about going to Garth Brook’s concert at the Providence Civic Center (The AMP), preferring the rock concerts at the Strand.

Three chords and a story about lost love, love for a pickup truck, being drunk on a plane, or enjoying a chicken fry may seem corny to some, but when Alan Jackson and Jimmy Buffet sing “It’s five o’clock somewhere, I’m right there singing along.

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By JennifeR CoATes When the plans were being drafted for Briarcliffe Gardens, a memory care assisted living residence tucked away on Old Pocasset Road, just off Central Avenue in the shady woods of Johnston, owner Akshay Talwar, and his team poured over every detail. Every design decision was based on thorough dementia research and experience. Every detail, from the amount of light that bathes the community rooms to the placement of furniture, was implented with the intent of enhancing the quality of life and the safety of the residents of this busy center.

As soon as one walks through the doors of Briarcliffe Gardens, these research-based design features are immediately apparent.

Nothing here looks haphazard or unplanned. Visitors and residents alike experience a “sensory journey” as they tour the residence.

There is a feeling of spaciousness, light and openness here which appeals to all the senses and which dispels the feeling that one is in a secured environment.

To start, Briarcliffe Gardens is built entirely on one floor with dining and living spaces in the center, forming the social core, much like one’s own kitchen. On any given day, this warmly-lit open space area is filled with residents who are being guided through crafts, games or socialization experiences. In adjoining rooms, it is not uncommon to see residents engaged in therapeutic activities such as seated yoga, tai chi, pet and music therapy.

The single-occupancy bedrooms all have outside windows and line the perimeter of this common center space. Numerous skylights provide diffuse sunshine during daytime and natural and artificial lighting are balanced to create a seamless transition between daylight and nightfall.

The colors, light, and air temperatures throughout are all coordinated in a concerted effort to comfort residents who might be prone to agitation or irritability.

As the tour continues, one will find a 24-hour retro-design diner, a movie hall, specially adapted recumbent bikes, a Wii gaming center, a hair salon/barber, a sunroom for meditation and, in the spring/summer, a courtyard with fruit-producing trees, walking path and patio. The caregivers and administrators of this progressive memory care center have considered every aspect of their residents’ lives and work diligently to anticipate their every need.

From the time when the first ground was broken on Briarcliffe Gardens, this state-of-the-art memory care assisted living residence’s primary mission has been to provide a secure, nurturing and vibrant community for its many residents.

When family members are considering a possible long-term stay for a loved one who suffers from health concerns like Alzheimer’s Disease/Dementia, Briarcliffe Gardens offers so much more than exceptional care. It exemplifies everything that a memory-care residence should be ~and can be ~ in this modern age.

To schedule your personal tour of Briarcliffe Gardens, call 401944-2450. For more information, you can also visit them at www. briarclifferi.com or visit their Facebook page, Briarcliffe Gardens Assisted Living.

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For most men and women, the prevalence of heart disease is no great surprise. Nearly every adult can point to a loved one who has dealt with heart disease. Many men and women can even point to a friend or family member who lost their battle with heart disease. That familiarity should make people even more willing to adopt a hearthealthy lifestyle, something the AHA admits is the best defense against heart disease and stroke. Though not all risk factors for heart disease can be controlled, there are ways to reduce that risk considerably.

Control your blood pressure High blood pressure is the number one risk factor for stroke and a major risk for heart disease. Blood pressure measures the pressure or force of blood against the walls if your blood vessels, also known as arteries. Having your blood pressure taken is a routine on most doctor visits, but many people are unaware what the number actually measures. The top number measures the pressure when the heart contracts and pushes blood out, while the bottom number is the lowest pressure when the heart relaxes and beats. Blood pressure that is consistently above 140/90 is considered high. A normal blood pressure is one between 120/80 and 129/84.

Because of the relation between blood pressure and heart disease and stroke, men and women must take steps to control their blood pressure. Having your blood pressure checked regularly is a good start. Once you get checked, reduce the amount of sodium in your diet, replacing highsodium snacks with healthier fare and monitoring sodium

also important to note that people who drink moderately also have a lower risk of heart disease than people who drink excessively. So when it comes to alcohol, moderation reigns supreme. One or two standard drinks per day is enough depending on gender. The Heart & Stroke Foundation suggests that women who drink should not drink more than nine drinks a week, while men should not exceed 14 drinks in a single week.

Of course, if there are extenuating circumstances then all bets are off. Men and women with liver disease, mental illness or a personal or family history of alcohol problems should avoid alcohol entirely. In addition, those taking certain medications should avoid alcohol consumption as well. For the latter group, discuss alcohol consumption with your physician.

intake during the day. The Heart & Stroke Foundation recommends eating less than 2,300 mg of sodium per day, and that includes salt added when making meals or eating at the table.

Maintaining a healthy body weight and successfully managing stress are additional ways to control blood pressure.

Limit alcohol consumption The AHA notes that excessive consumption of alcohol can contribute to high triglycerides, produce irregular heartbeats and eventually lead to heart failure or stroke.

There is some evidence that people who drink moderately have a lower risk of heart disease than nondrinkers. But it’s

Quit smoking The decision to smoke tobacco is the decision to invite a host of potential physical ailments, not the least of which is heart disease. Smoking contributes to the buildup of plaque in the arteries, increases the risk of blood clots, reduces the amount of oxygen in the blood and increases blood pressure. As if that’s not enough, smoking also harms those around you. According to the American Cancer Society, secondhand smoke is responsible for 3,400 lung cancer deaths among nonsmokers in the United States each year.

In Canada, nearly 8,000 nonsmokers lose their lives each year from exposure to secondhand smoke.

What might surprise some people, however, is how quickly quitting smoking can reduce a person’s risk for heart disease. According to the Heart & Stroke Foundation, within 48 hours of quitting a person’s chances of having heart disease have already started to go down. For those who successfully avoid smoking for one year, the risk of a suffering a smoking-related heart attack has been cut in half.

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Tax laws are complicated but the most common tax return errors are surprising simple.

Many mistakes can be avoided by filing electronically. Tax software does the math, flags common errors and prompts taxpayers for missing information. It can also help taxpayers claim valuable credits and deductions. Using a reputable tax preparer – including Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) and Tax Counseling for the Elderly (TCE), certified public accountants, enrolled agents, or other knowledgeable tax professionals – can also help avoid errors.

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Filing too early. While taxpayers should not file late, they also should not file prematurely. People who don’t wait to file before they receive all the proper tax reporting documents risk making a mistake that may lead to a processing delay.

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Missing or inaccurate Social Security numbers. Each SSN on a tax return should appear exactly as printed on the Social Security card.

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Misspelled names. Likewise, a name listed on a tax return should match the name on that person’s Social Security card.

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Entering information inaccurately. Wages, dividends, bank interest, and other income received and that was reported on an information return should be entered carefully. This includes any information needed to calculated credits and deductions. Using tax software should help prevent math errors, but individuals should always review their tax return for accuracy.

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Incorrect filing status. Some taxpayers choose the wrong filing status. The Interactive Tax Assistant on IRS.gov can help taxpayers choose the correct status especially if more than one filing status applies. Tax software also helps prevent mistakes with filing status.

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Math mistakes. Math errors are some of the most common mistakes. They range from simple addition and subtraction to more complex calculations. Taxpayers should always double check their math. Better yet, tax prep software does it automatically.

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Figuring credits or deductions. Taxpayers can make mistakes figuring things like their earned income tax credit, child and dependent care credit, child tax credit, and recovery rebate credit. The Interactive Tax Assistant can help determine if a taxpayer is eligible for tax credits or deductions. Tax software will calculate these credits and deductions and include any required forms and schedules. Taxpayers should Double check where items appear on the final return before clicking the submit button.

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Incorrect bank account numbers. Taxpayers who are due a refund should choose direct deposit. This is the fastest way for a taxpayer to get their money. However, taxpayers need to make sure they use the correct routing and account numbers on their tax return.

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Unsigned forms. An unsigned tax return isn’t valid. In most cases, both spouses must sign a joint return. Exceptions may apply for members of the armed forces or other taxpayers who have a valid power of attorney. Taxpayers can avoid this error by filing their return electronically and digitally signing it before sending it to the IRS.

The IRS urges all taxpayers to file electronically and choose direct deposit to get their refund faster. IRS Free File offers online tax preparation, direct deposit of refunds and electronic filing, all for free. Some options are available in Spanish. Many taxpayers also qualify for free tax return preparation from IRS-certified volunteers. In Rhode Island you can call the United Way 211 to find the nearest FREE Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) site.

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